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THE CURE FOR EVERY GUITARIST'S WORST "HANGOVER" A VINTAGE EXPERIENCE AT THE OLD BALL GAME

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Summer is finally here, at last!

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une is here and it’s time to celebrate Fathers Day and the great outdoors!

In this month’s issue, we feature unique collections of vintage sports and getaway trips that every dad can appreciate. Our community has so much to offer and there are always events, festivals, concerts or movies in the park that the whole family can enjoy.

June is also the month we begin working on the annual Best of Franklin issue so please log on to FranklinLifestyle.com and show your support to your favorite local businesses in the area. I would also love to hear your stories and spotlight special residents in our community that have made an impact on you or others. Please visit our website to submit your story ideas or special announcements so that we can share with our readers in future issues.

So, whether you are packing the car for summer road trips, or packing the cooler for the lake, I hope you will also pack this month’s issue along with you, wherever your summer destinations may take you.

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ON THE COVER Franklin resident and Nashville

native Clay Travis has emerged as one of the nation's leading sports commentators with his Outkick The Coverage radio show and more

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than one million followers on social media platforms. But his most enthusiastic followers are his wife, Lara, and their sons, Fox (left), Lincoln (right) and Nash (front).

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Departments 8

Good Times

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Around Town

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City Scene

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Trend Setter

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Times Past

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Healthy Lifestyle

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Travel Destination

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Lifestyle Calendar

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Realty Report

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Parting Thoughts

14 The Cure for Every Guitarist's Worst 'Hangover'

Greg Bennett's Franklin Strap has changed the way it feels to play guitar.

16 A Vintage Experience at 'The Old Ball Game'

Vintage Base Ball blends sport, history and a love for both.

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Around Town

AROUND TOWN Bari Watson Beasley

Cash prizes will be awarded to first, second and third-place winners. Deadline for

serving the country.”

submissions is July 15.

The Tennessee Century Farms Program was created in 1975 by the Tennessee

2017 WILLIAMSON COUNTY SCHOOLS GRADUATES ENTERING MILITARY SERVICE

Department of Agriculture as part of the nation’s bicentennial celebration. The pri-

BRENTWOOD

mary focus of the program is to honor and

Christian Blaze (Navy)

recognize the dedication and contributions

Graham Brothers (Naval Academy)

of families who have owned and farmed

Nick Dillingham (Navy)

the same land for at least 100 years. Of

Riley Graves (Air Force Academy)

Tennessee’s 1,625 Century Farms, 38 are

Walter Thomas (Marines)

located in Williamson County.

CENTENNIAL

Complete contest rules and guidelines are available online at WilliamsonCountyFair.org

BARI WATSON BEASLEY NAMED HERITAGE FOUNDATION CEO

so I really appreciate getting recognized for

The Williamson County Fair runs August 4-12.

WCS SALUTES 2017 GRADS ENTERING MILITARY

Seth Alexander Johnson (Army) Noah Hunter Lawing (Navy ROTC) Jesus Alejandro Romero (Army Reserve) Dillon Andrew Sullivan (Army Reserve) FAIRVIEW

Jaco Brumit (Army)

The Heritage Foundation of Franklin &

Williamson County Schools recently rec-

Williamson County has named Bari Watson

ognized 37 of its 2017 graduates who will be

FRANKLIN

Beasley as its first-ever CEO. A Williamson

joining various branches of the military.

Taylor Ayres (Army ROTC)

Hunter Caldwell (Air Force)

James R. Quarles III (Navy)

County resident, Beasley succeeds Executive

WCS Superintendent Dr. Mike Looney, a

Director Mary Pearce as head of the non-

retired marine himself, came up with the idea

INDEPENDENCE

profit organization.

for the event several years ago.

Adam Eckard (Marines) Jacob Holeman (Navy)

Beasley has been involved with marketing

“This is absolutely my favorite event every

and non-profits for more than 15 years. Most

year,” Looney told the students. “You’re going

Spencer McCarty (Marines)

recently she served as chief officer of mar-

to make some longtime friends and make

Ethan Valk (Naval Academy)

keting and external relations for the General

some memories that will last a lifetime.”

Kevin Vaughn (Army)

Council on Finance and Administration,

Thirty-seven students who have chosen

a global agency of The United Methodist

military careers, either by signing on for active

Laz Bibeau (Marines)

Church. She holds a bachelor’s degree in

service or being accepted into one of the

Trenton Wilson (Marines)

communications and a master’s in adver-

country’s military academies or in the reserve,

RAVENWOOD

tising and public relations, both from the

were on hand for this special ceremony.

Ethan Albrecht (Air Force Academy)

University of Alabama. Beasley resides with her family in Thompson’s Station.

WILLIAMSON COUNTY FAIR SPONSORS NEW CENTURY FARMS VIDEO CONTEST The Williamson County Fair is sponsoring the Century Farms Video Contest, a new competition in which participants will produce a film telling the story of a Williamson County Century

For some students, the calling to serve has always existed.

“It’s just something that I’ve kind of had

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Martin Anderson (Navy ROTC) Christopher Barrett (Army ROTC) Emily Berexa (Air Force Academy)

since I was a little kid and something I’ve known

Kelson Casteel (Air National Guard)

I wanted to do for a long time,” said Brentwood

Josh Hall (Army)

High School graduate Graham Brothers, who

Joey Kramer (Navy ROTC)

is headed to the Naval Academy.

Nick Ritchie (Air National Guard)

For others, the choice to serve is a family tradition.

“It’s a family thing,” said BHS Air Force

Austin St. Arnold (Navy) Britton Stokes (Marines) SUMMIT

Academy commitment Riley Graves. “My

John Carter (Naval Academy)

The contest is open to all Williamson

mom went there; my dad was in the Air

Brad Coles (Marines)

County rising ninth through twelfth graders

Force; my brother graduated from the

Jake Geasley (Air Force JROTC)

in the 2017-2018 school year, as well as 2017

Academy; and my sister is currently there.”

Noah King (Marines)

Farm for a chance to win a $500 grand prize.

John Lower (Marines)

high school graduates. Individuals or teams

“I think it stands out because you don’t

of up to three students may submit videos.

typically see it,” said Summit student and

Samuel Lyons (Marines)

The completed video must be between 12

Marines commitment Brad Coles. “Normally

Bryce Noble (Navy)

and 18 minutes long.

people are recognized for going to college,

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City Scene

James Driscoll celebrates his victory in the 2016 Nashville Golf Open.

UPPING THEIR GAME FOR THE

COMMUNIT Y THE NASHVILLE GOLF OPEN AND BRANDT SNEDEKER TEE IT UP FOR MIDDLE TENNESSEE YOUTH.

ARTICLE ALLIE MYSZKA | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

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ast year the first ever Nashville Golf Open (NGO) brought a PGA Web.com event to Middle Tennessee. The tournament was a

huge success with more than 10,000 attendees, but it wasn’t just your average golf tournament. The NGO also made a huge positive impact on the Middle Tennessee community.

Nashville resident, PGA Tour standout and Ryder Cup Champion Brandt Snedeker is a co-sponsor of the 2017 Nashville Golf Open. Photo Donn Jones

“Our goal with this event was to create an exciting week on the annual Middle Tennessee sports calendar, while also looking to better

to donate ticket proceeds back to the local community. When pur-

the lives of people in the area who may or may not have connections

chasing tickets, attendees may choose if they would like their ticket

to the game,” said Patrick Nichol, President of the tournament’s host,

proceeds to go toward the First Tee Program, or toward a Williamson

Tour Visions Promotions.

County high school of their choice.

Last year, the NGO raised more than $50,000 for two organiza-

Snedeker himself is a graduate of the Web.com Tour, and credits

tions right here in the metro Nashville area: The Tennessee Golf

the tour and the golf community of Middle Tennessee for giving him

Association’s First Tee Program, and Williamson County high schools.

the push he needed early in his career. “The Web.com Tour taught me

For the 2017 event, the NGO is setting the fundraising goal even

how to be a pro,” Snedeker said as he held the Ryder Cup trophy at a

higher, and they’ll have a little help from a golf superstar to reach it.

recent media event. He went on to say that without the people in his

Last month Nashville native, PGA tour standout and Ryder Cup champion Brandt Snedeker signed-on as a co-sponsor of the event, which is now known as the Nashville Golf Open benefitting the Snedeker Foundation.

Snedeker formed the Foundation in 2012 to support the youth of Middle Tennessee in a variety of ways. In its five years of operation,

Middle Tennessee community who supported his game as a child, “I wouldn’t be where I am.”

The Nashville Golf Open benefitting the Snedeker Foundation is the 14th Web.com Tour event on the calendar for 2017, and will take place at the Nashville Golf & Athletic Club for the second consecutive year. Tickets can be purchased on the Nashville Golf Open website.

the Snedeker Foundation has raised more than $1 million for charities in the area. In addition, the Foundation hosts the Sneds Tour, a junior

WHAT: The Nashville Golf Open benefitting the Snedeker Foundation

golf tournament with lower than normal entry and registration fees,

WHEN: June 26 - July 2, 2017

intended to give children in Middle Tennessee the opportunity to

WHERE: Nashville Golf & Athletic Club, 1703 Crockett Springs Trail,

learn to play golf in their own community.

Brentwood, Tennessee

The Nashville Golf Open benefitting the Snedeker Foundation, which will be held from June 26 to July 2, is once again planning 12

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TOTAL PURSE: $550,000 with the winner earning $99,000

For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit NGOGolf.com.

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Trend Setter

The Cure for Every Guitarist's Worst 'Hangover' GREG BENNETT'S FRANKLIN STRAP HAS CHANGED THE WAY IT FEELS TO PLAY GUITAR.

ARTICLE ED ATLAS | PHOTOGRAPHY CHRISTY SHATERIAN

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f you know the exhilaration that comes from bringing home a brand new guitar, you’re probably familiar with the discomfort that comes

from attaching a cheap nylon strap to your beautiful new instrument and hanging it over your shoulder.

But Greg Bennett came up with a cure for every guitarist’s worst hangover and it bears the name of his adopted hometown.

Since 1999, The Franklin Strap Company has shipped nearly one million guitar straps, hand-crafted from high quality leather with an unmatched level of luxurious comfort.

“When you think about leather and rock and roll, that first black leather jacket is like a rite of passage,” says Bennett. “And when you look at a customer handling one of the straps it’s almost primal. It’s like ‘that feels so great!’ And so our challenge was how to develop production and materials and designs in such a way that you can provide this wonderful feel and look and still be affordable.”

Every Franklin Strap is designed right here in town and manufactured in the United States. They come in a variety of styles and colors and retail for about $25 to $100.

Bennett has spent decades in the music business, first as a player (he’s an accomplished guitarist) followed by tenures as an executive with Guitar Center and as a designer of guitars and accessories.

Those experiences helped launch The Franklin Strap phenomenon, even if it wasn’t quite by design.

He was pitching his new line of straps – a 2 ½-inch wide black design with five different stitchings - to a former Guitar Center colleague. As Bennett recalls, “He said, ‘My gosh, Greg, these are really wonderful. It’s too bad you don’t have some other colors because I’d take 3,000 straps.’ And it just so happened I had some additional samples. I showed them and said, ‘I’d like to introduce myself. I’m Greg Bennett, President and Chairman of the Franklin Strap Company!’

Right away, he had volume. His first two accounts, Guitar Center and Sam Ash, were the two largest music retailers in the country.

Another key factor was that, unlike guitars, strap sales are not driven by artist endorsements. “It’s one of those rare situations where the actual quality of the product is so evident that all those other things aren’t really necessary,” he says. “It is a bit of an anomaly.”

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Born near Buffalo, N.Y. and raised in Evanston, Ill., Bennett’s father was a structural engineer while his mother was into fashion and interior design. He takes after both.

“I’m that sad individual trapped, almost dead center, between right brain and left brain. I’m not driven by the finances; I’m driven by satisfying the customers and the challenges of design.”

A self-proclaimed “brand guy,” Bennett can speak at length about the importance of designing products that are relevant to an identity.

In addition to maintaining a high level of quality – Bennett and his staff are meticulous when it comes to sourcing leather – there is the visual identity of the Franklin Strap’s signature curves.

“If you look at one of these straps,” says Bennett, “everyone of those curves is an arc on a perfect circle. To me, it’s sort of like a mini-tribute to those beautiful, fluid lines that you see in all these wonderful guitars that we love so much.”

Bennett says that trouble looms for businesses or entire industries that do not maintain brand standards.

“Years ago the bottom fell out of country music because every act was a copy of Garth Brooks or Faith Hill,” he says. “And there were two songs – the bar boogie and the overproduced ballad. And there were two genders for each.

“In rock and roll, The Who weren’t The Beatles weren’t Hendrix weren’t ZZ Top, Yes, Kiss. It was all wildly different. That’s what branding is. It stands for something. I relate to that.”

Nearly one million guitar players understand what he’s talking about.

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Times Past

A Vintage Experience at

'The Old Ballgame' VINTAGE BASE BALL BLENDS SPORT, HISTORY AND A LOVE FOR BOTH.

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ARTICLE AND PHOTOGRAPHY KERSTA MELLO

ake me out to the ball game, where the rules are from the 1860s, every player has a nickname and no one wears a glove.

We're talking about vintage base ball. From relic, hand-stitched uniforms to the

camaraderie often missing from sports today, vintage base ball transports fans and participants to another time to enjoy America's pastime.

The Tennessee Association of Vintage Base Ball was formed during the fall of 2012 by Trapper Haskins and Michael Thurmon with the first season of play in 2013. That summer there were just the two charter teams: Franklin Farriers and the Nashville Maroons.

“After playing on a vintage team in Port Huron, Michigan in 2007, I just fell in love with it,” says Haskins. “I decided to join a team in Tennessee after moving back but the problem, I found out, was there wasn't one to join. So I set out to form one. Through Facebook I met Michael Thurmon, a Nashvillian who was also interested is seeing the game played locally. He oversaw the Nashville club, and I led the Franklin squad.”

The interest the two men were able to generate throughout the debut season allowed the league to expand to a 12 team, statewide circuit playing at nine historic venues, including Franklin's Carnton Plantation.

So how does one get involved with vintage base ball? Do you have to be a history buff, a talented athlete or love strategy and numbers? Farriers Captain Haskins says it’s a good mix of all of the above.

“Most everyone on this team is a fan of the game of baseball,” he says. “Everyone has their reasons for playing the vintage game. Some are enamored with living history; others lean more toward the numbers - the stats of the game. And some folks are simply drawn to a sense of camaraderie. The beauty of our organization is that every player embodies some percentage of each reason. It's a balance that works.”

Make no doubt about it; this is a competitive game. The bats are heavy and the ball has broken some fingers. Keep in mind, in 1864 base ball was a bare handed sport, because the baseball glove had not yet been invented. The main difference between the vintage game and many contemporary sports, however, is not the rules of the game but the care and camaraderie the players have for one another.

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“The sense of community, that genuine esprit de corps, is really what sets us apart,” Haskins says. “We pride ourselves on playing a game held to a higher standard of conduct. At nearly every game, you'll see some great play by a fielder cheered by the team who is batting, and you'll see a batter complimented by the opposition on a nice hit. Now, it's done in period language: ‘well struck, sir’ or ‘fine play,’ but the sentiment is sincere, regardless of which team’s uniform you wear.”

Speaking of uniforms, all the teams in the league wear era-appropriate attire, from their hats to their trousers. The Franklin Farriers uniform comes from Gentleman's Emporium, which specializes in Victorian-era, civilian clothing.

“Our team's uniforms are based not on any particular baseball uniform, but rather what a workman of the day would have worn: trousers, a collared shirt with a tie, and a wool cap,” says Haskins.

Each team in the league is comprised of 15 players. The average age in the league is 40, but the youngest player is 19 and the oldest is 72. The players come from all walks of life. There are carpenters, architects, bankers and service members. Board Chairman of the Franklin Special School District, Tim Stillings, is a Franklin Farrier, along with former Belmont University baseball standout, Derek Hamblen. There are no tryouts per se. Anyone with a love of the game and an interest in its history is welcome. In fact, some of the league’s members don't actually play, but act as umpires and volunteers at the matches.

“We started this thing with 30 players who had a reverence for the game and respect for each other, and that hasn't changed as we've grown,” says Haskins.

“We're still fond of saying we all play for the same team, we just wear different uniforms on the weekend.”

For schedules and more information, visit TennesseeVintageBaseball.com.

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OUTKICKING

ARTICLE ED ATLAS PHOTOGRAPHY CHRISTY SHATERIAN

HIS COVERAGE

NASHVILLE NATIVE CLAY TRAVIS HAS EMERGED AS ONE OF THE NATION'S LEADING SPORTS MEDIA PERSONALITIES.

C

lay Travis is just like any other guy with a beautiful family and

The show’s name is a football term that doubles as a reference

a self-directed career that has made him one of the nation’s

to any guy “who has ended up with a woman much better looking

go-to sources for sports commentary and opinion.

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than he deserves,” says Travis. “Which, as many people who live

Given the fact that the Nashville native has arrived at this junc-

in the Nashville area will note, is exceedingly common here. Hell,

ture well before the age of 40, you might say that he has “out-

Franklin and Brentwood may well lead the nation in men who

kicked the coverage” in many ways.

have outkicked their coverage.”

Travis hosts Outkick The Coverage, a morning drive sports talk

That the show’s title combines two of mankind’s favorite sub-

show that originates in Nashville and is heard in all 50 states

jects, provides an indication of what his growing audience tunes

on Fox Sports Radio (1510 WLAC in Nashville and SiriusXM

in to hear. Yes, it’s a sports show. But few topics are off limits.

channel 83). He’s also a best-selling author, the purveyor of

Travis never takes himself too seriously and just as the show is

OutkickTheCoverage.com, a frequent guest on sports TV and

about to dive too deep into a story, he pivots to something light,

radio shows and a constant presence on social media.

silly or absurd. It’s all by design.

When it comes to building the Outkick brand, Travis leaves

That’s why he might be discussing the complexities of Title IX

nothing to chance. “Outkick's entire PR team has always just

in college athletics in one segment, and talking about someone

been me,” he says. “I'm shameless and fearless when it comes to

getting attacked by a crocodile in the next. Travis is equally inter-

telling our brand's story. I think you have to be that way.”

ested in both stories.

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“The goal of everything we do at Outkick can be summed up with an acronym -- SOFA. That stands for smart, original, funny and authentic. Ideally I want everything we do to have those four tenets. Some may find that jarring, but good stories, and effectively all we're doing is telling a story every day, don't only hit on one tone,” he says.

Travis lives in Franklin where he and his wife, Lara, raise their three sons: Fox, Lincoln and Nash. A 2004 graduate of Vanderbilt University Law School, Travis has been building his media enterprise ever since he discovered that a career in litigation was not for him. He didn’t quit his day job right away, but he began writing about sports – in some cases for free – until he could. He has this advice for others who want to outkick their coverage: “Find a profession where you don't know that time exists,” he says. “I get lost in writing and look up and hours have passed. If you can find something that consumes you like that, you're going to work at it harder and longer than someone who is working entirely for money.

“Don't get me wrong, finances are important, but if money is what drives you then eventually you will lose out to someone who works for passion. I think if you have great passion for something and work at it long enough, eventually the money follows.”

Clay Travis and his wife, Lara

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NASHVILLE SPORTS

WITH CLAY TRAVIS C

lay Travis isn’t just the host of a hit sports talk show with listeners in every state and more than a million

followers on social media. He’s a Nashville native and astute observer of the local sports landscape, including its history and where it may be going.

Recently he took a few moments to discuss some of the bigger sports issues around town, as well as other ‘important’ topics.

Ryan Ellis Photo courtesy Nashville Predators

Clay Travis Photo Christy Shaterian

Marcus Mariota Photo courtesy Tennessee Titans

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Vanderbilt Head Coach Derek Mason Christopher Hanewinckel, USA TODAY Sports

UT Head Coach Butch Jones Photo courtesy Tennessee Athletics

Photo courtesy Nashville Predators

Darrin Kirkland, Jr. Photo courtesy Tennessee Athletics

LIFESTYLE PUBLICATIONS: The reviews are in on the

Titans’ draft haul but Franklin Lifestyle readers want to know, “What does Clay Travis think about it?”

CLAY TRAVIS: I love the drafting of two wide receivers

to give Marcus Mariota weapons, and the secondary was

LP: What should Vanderbilt do, that hasn’t been tried

so awful that adding Adoree Jackson made perfect sense,

already, to build a consistently competitive football pro-

too. So the top positions of need were addressed - wide

gram? Is there one thing that they’re already consistently

receiver and cornerback - now we'll just see whether the

doing right in that effort?

players were the right picks.

CT: It's all about coaching. They had one of the top ten

coaches in college football in James Franklin and they LP: Over the last few years the Predators have emerged

won nine games in back-to-back years. Then Franklin left

from somewhat of a novelty to mainstream acceptance

and they regressed. I think Derek Mason is a great defen-

throughout the market. Many say the Bridgestone Arena

sive coordinator, but I don't think he's going to be able to

crowd is the loudest in the NHL. Does this mean Nashville

get Vandy back to nine wins. Can he get them to 6-6 on a

is as an established hockey city; or is this just the result of

consistent basis? Probably. But it would take another top

rallying around a good team?

ten coach to elevate that ceiling.

CT: I think Nashville is one of the best sports cities

in America. The success of "non-traditional" sports like hockey and soccer in this market is great evidence of

LP: If someone wanted to do Vegas like Outkick The

Coverage, where should they hang out?

that fact. We love every sport in this town. I grew up here

CT: It depends on your age. Vegas is great for that

and if you're my age you played baseball, football, and

reason; it's a carnival for everyone. I love to drink and

basketball. The masses did not play soccer or hockey.

gamble, but right now I like pool parties more than any

Yet the masses will show up and watch both now. I think

club atmosphere. So an ideal Vegas day for me would be

the Preds have done an incredible job marketing hockey

booking a cabana at Encore Beach Club and spending

to fans who have never played the sport, but I think the

the day there. If you really go all out there, you probably

NBA, Major League Baseball or the MLS would all do well

won't be able to make it out to a club, too, but if you can,

here, too. Obviously winning matters, but this is just an

more power to you. If you're a single guy and you want to

incredibly fertile sports marketplace.

go to the hotel with the best-looking women - and why wouldn't you? - it's The Cosmo.

LP: Last year wasn’t necessarily a make-or-break sea-

son for Butch Jones with the UT Vols but he basically held serve against high expectations. Will 9-4 be good enough again this year?

LP: You coach six-year-old baseball players: rewarding

or aggravating?

CT: Both. I really enjoy it most of the time, but when

CT: I think Butch Jones is an 8-4 coach. That is, I think

the ball gets hit and a kid forgets to run to the next base

that's about his ceiling. If he goes 7-5 or worse this com-

because he's playing in the dirt, it's hard not to scream,

ing season there are going to be a ton of rumblings about

"RUN," at the top of your lungs.

Chip Kelly to the Vols. And there should be. (By the way, there are going to be a ton of rumblings about Chip Kelly to Auburn, Texas A&M, Notre Dame and Arkansas, too.

He's the great coaching white whale.)

LP: This is the June issue. Fathers Day. Any advice for

the dads out there?

CT: Do what your wife says.

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Healthy Lifestyle

Dr. Harriette Scarpero

Dr. Melissa R. Kaufman

The Health Condition No One Wants to Talk About PULLING BACK THE CURTAIN ON INCONTINENCE

Dr. Barry Jarnagin

ARTICLE JAY WILKE across the country. The Institute was founded to provide these patients with an alternative to general incontinence care. There are a wide variety of effective therapies and the Institute is focused on finding the right one for you.

“With so many options available, it is shocking that the adult diaper market actually exceeds sales for baby diapers,” said Dr. Kaufman.

P

eople like talking about their health. It’s not uncommon to hear folks openly discussing

If you, or a loved one, have questions about

their blood pressure, their kid’s nut allergies or posting about their gluten-free diet. But

incontinence, the doctors recommend you

rarely do you hear anyone talking about their incontinence issues. Rather than discussing it

seek advice from your primary healthcare

with friends, family or even health providers, many choose simply to suffer in silence.

provider to determine if referral to an incon-

“I believe that many people never seek help for their incontinence because they believe

tinence specialist would be appropriate. You

that it is a normal effect of aging, or they may mistakenly believe that there are no effective

can also contact the Incontinence Institute

therapies,” said Dr. Harriette Scarpero, urologist with the Incontinence Institute.

directly to arrange a consultation.

These common misconceptions about incontinence prevent many from seeking the help

“Make an appointment and have us evaluate

that they need. Doctors from Franklin’s Incontinence Institute are hoping to break the cycle of

properly,” says Dr. Jarnagin. “You would never

silence and improve people’s lives.

want to have heart surgery for chest pain that

“Due to the overall perception of patients regarding their incontinence symptoms, they are frequently reluctant to report leakage to their health care provider,” said Dr. Melissa R. Kaufman.

“As such, urinary incontinence (UI) is an enormous public health problem that has been put in the shadow for so long.”

An estimated 33 million American adults suffer from urinary incontinence and 18 million more suffer from bowel incontinence. Common risk factors for incontinence include diabetes, depression,

ended up being gas, and you would not want to have surgery without appropriate evaluation.”

Proper evaluation and treatment can help bring an end to the stress and make a world of difference in the lives of the millions of Americans who suffer in silence.

dementia, chronic cough, medications, childbirth, pelvic surgery, lumbar spinal issues and heart dis-

“Since many of the conditions we assist

ease. Whether you are suffering from urinary frequency, uncontrollable urgency or some other form

with are difficult to discuss, an open and

of incontinence, most conditions can be successfully treated in a minimally invasive way.

honest relationship with the patient is nec-

“There are multiple causes of UI, and multiple options of treatment, which can range from

essary and brings us all closer to our ulti-

non-invasive therapies, to minimally invasive therapies, and with most therapies women can

mate goals of wellness,” said Dr. Kaufman.

be back to normal activities soon,” said Dr. Barry Jarnagin, uro-gynecologist. “Some therapies

“Hopefully today someone will recognize

require no anesthesia or sedation.”

themselves reading this and decide to take

Along with Dr. Kaufman and Dr. Scarpero, Dr. Jarnagin is also a part of Franklin’s Incontinence

action and regain control.”

Institute, an organization dedicated to the development of innovative protocols and individualized treatment plans for patients of all ages. Together, the team has served patients from

For more information, visit the Incontinence Institute online at MyConfidentLife.com.

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t’s that time again. Time to honor the man who has toiled and sacrificed for his family to gain greater

opportunity than he had himself. He sees the value of instilling faith, integrity, hard work and commitment into the lives of his children, often by his own example.

Through failures and successes, he has beamed with great pride and joy!

When possible, Dad also made sure you experienced life through travel and adventure. As we grow, we learn that memories are among the greatest of life's gifts. Travel provides an opportunity to enhance those memories, because we are more focused on each other.

That’s why this year for Fathers Day you might consider giving the gift of travel.

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greens fees on some of the most desirable courses in the world: Sandals Ochi in Ocho Rios Jamaica; Sandals Emerald Bay in The Bahamas; and Sandals Regency LaToc in St. Lucia. When not on the course, take in the local culture and landmarks or just enjoy relaxing and exquisite meals at the resorts’ many famed restaurants. Scuba, snorkeling and paddle boarding are among the inclusive water activities available at Sandals Resorts. Don’t forget to book Dad a Spa appointment!

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Fishermen love the deep waters of Costa Rica that are teeming with sailfish, blue marlin and yellowfin tuna. That’s why Meghan Hendrickson recently surprised her husband with a trip to Playa Herradura. With a stay at the Los Suenos Marriott or Los Suenos Resort & Marina, you can access the famed Los Suenos Marina for a day, or several days, of world class chartered sport fishing. It is recommended to schedule fishing charters in advance. No fishing for a day? No worries. Play a round of golf or head to the spa, but definitely take advantage of a rainforest tour. You can also fly above the rainforest on a zipline for the best views. December through April is Costa Rica’s dry season, so now is a good time to begin planning.

Did you know that Dad can experience the back roads of the world via bike, foot, and/or kayak, with a choice of 231 multi-sport itineraries in 50 countries?

Backroads Travel offers just that! Tour with groups from across the globe or hire your own private guide. Experience the sights, the culture and the culinary delights of destinations such as the Italian and French Alps, Mallorca, Ecuador, Thailand, the Canadian Rockies, United States National Parks, Hawaii and more! Accommodations, most meals, bikes and equipment, gratuities and events are included in the package rates, allowing Dad to focus on the adventure.

Don’t forget Dad’s favorite spectator sports. You can select travel packages around his favorite team or create a customized itinerary. Packages are available for the upcoming MLB All Star Game, as well as the 2017 Rose Bowl. You can even begin planning for the 2018 College Football Championship Game.

Aside from sports, you can customize trips around any major art or music festival across the nation.

When crossing the country is not practical, Nashville alone is certainly blessed to have some great opportunities for sports, music, arts and gardens. Treat Dad to an overnight stay in downtown Nashville and schedule events you can experience together.

CYNTHIA DAVIS is the owner and operator of Cool

Springs Travel Group. For more information call 615.600.1226 or visit CoolSpringsTravel.com.

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ALLEN; Saturday 10: TIM O'BRIEN & FRIENDS; Friday 16: PURE PRAIRIE LEAGUE; Friday 23: THE BELLAMY BROTHERS; Thursday 29-Friday 30: GARY PUCKETT & THE UNION GAP. Check schedule for showtimes. 615.538.2076. FranklinTheatre.com.

DOWNTOWN NASHVILLE The Tennessee Performing Arts Center (TPAC) in downtown Nashville is home to Andrew Jackson Hall, James K. Polk Theater and Andrew Johnson Theater. TPAC also manages War Memorial Auditorium, a multi-purpose and historic concert venue. TPAC accommodates major music, dance, and theatrical performances in beautiful spaces with state-of-the-art capabilities. For schedules and ticket information visit TPAC.org.

James K. Polk Theater - Sunday 11: TONY AWARDS VIEWING PARTY; Wednesday 14: JOE JACKSON. Andrew Jackson Hall - Monday 12: SIGUR ROS; Wednesday 14: NEIL DE GRASSE TYSON; Saturday 24: THE PRINCESS BIRDE: An Inconceivable Evening with CARY ELWES; Tuesday 27-Sunday, July 2: SOMETHING ROTTEN!

VARIOUS DATES THROUGHOUT THE MONTH

JUNE 3 GAME CHANGERS - STEM IN SPORTS CAMP FOR GIRLS GOOGLE FIBER SPACE, 1108 DIVISION STREET,

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DOWNTOWN NASHVILLE

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Thursday 1: OPRY COUNTRY CLASSICS; Friday 2-Saturday 3: FOUR

to science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) in a

VOICES JOAN BAEZ, MARY CHAPIN CARPENTER, AMY RAY and

unique, sports-centered context. After camp, each girl will be paired

EMILY SALIERS; Monday 5: DARIUS RUCKER AND FRIENDS;

with a professional woman for six months of one-to-one mentoring

Wednesday 7: MARTY STUART'S LATE NIGHT JAM; Friday 9: PAUL

and STEM Expeditions (or corporate field trips) to further explore

SHAFFER & THE WORLD'S MOST DANGEROUS BAND; Saturday

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17: DANTDM; Thursday 22: BLUEGRASS NIGHTS with VINCE GILL; Saturday 24: PUNCH BROTHERS; Thursday 29: EARLS OF LEICES-

JUNE 3

TER. For showtimes and ticket information visit Ryman.com.

KIDS ARTS FESTIVAL OF TENNESSEE

JUNE 2

PINKERTON PARK The Kids Arts Festival of Tennessee provides students in grades K-12

FRANKLIN ARTSCENE

with an opportunity to display their original artwork in a juried exhibit.

DOWNTOWN FRANKLIN

Winning pieces will be displayed at the Fire Hall Art Gallery in City

This free, monthly art tour is a celebration of Williamson County’s

Hall in Downtown Franklin. Presented by the City of Franklin Parks

unique artistic talent. The tour includes dozens of sites that are list-

and The Williamson County Cultural Arts Commission. For more in-

ed on the National Register of Historic Places. The socially-engaging

formation visit FranklinTN.gov.

event provides an opportunity to see a sweeping variety of magnificent work that connoisseurs and novices will enjoy. Free trolley trans-

EVERY SATURDAY IN JUNE

portation available. 6 to 9 p.m. DowntownFranklinTn.com.

FRANKLIN FARMERS MARKET

VARIOUS DATES THROUGHOUT THE MONTH

THE FACTORY AT FRANKLIN Shop for delicious, farm-fresh food at the Franklin Farmers Market. And because it’s all from local farms, the variety of goods

THE FRANKLIN THEATRE

changes each week through the seasons. A select number of lo-

DOWNTOWN FRANKLIN

cal crafts persons are on hand with unique goods for sale. Ev-

Friday 2-Saturday 3: 13 THE MUSICAL; Saturday 3-Sunday 4: RENT:

ery Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. behind The Factory at Franklin.

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AMERICAN ARTISAN FESTIVAL

EVERY SATURDAY IN JANUARY 8 TO 10:30 A.M.

CENTENNIAL PARK The 43rd annual American Ar-

NASHVILLE CARS AND COFFEE

tisan Festival returns to Cen-

CARMIKE THOROUGHBRED 20 IN COOL SPRINGS

tennial Park on Fathers Day

Nashville Cars and Coffee meets every Saturday in the parking lot of

weekend. The American Arti-

the Carmike Cinemas Thoroughbred 20 in Cool Springs. Exotic cars are

san Festival is a highly curated

featured on the first Saturday of each month. Join the crowd or bring

fine art fair featuring the finest

your hobby, exotic, specialty or any other motorized piece of transpor-

in crafts and fine art from more than 150 artists from around the

tation you want others to see. NashvilleCarsAndCoffee.com.

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EVERY SUNDAY AT 7 P.M.

JUNE 17 - SEPTEMBER 10

BRENTWOOD SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

DRESSING DOWNTON:

EDDY ARNOLD AMPHITHEATER AT CROCKETT PARK

CHANGING FASHION FOR CHANGING TIMES

Sunday 4: THE ANSWER BAND; Sunday 11: THE NASHVILLE SYMPHONY; Sunday 18: THE SOUTH STREET PLAYERS; Sunday 25: THE WANNABEATLES. More information is available at BrentwoodTN.gov.

JUNE 13-20, 26-JULY 3 NASHVILLE SOUNDS BASEBALL FIRST TENNESSEE PARK Catch the finest in AAA baseball in one of the finest stadium's in the country, First Tennessee Park, home of the Nashville Sounds. The Pacific Coast League affiliate of the Oakland A's are in town for 13 dates in June and early July. Iowa Cubs (13-16), New Orleans Baby Cakes (17-20), Round Rock Express (26-29), Oklahoma City Dodgers (30-July 3).

For game times, ticket information and

CHEEKWOOD BOTANICAL GARDEN

special promotions, call 615.690.4487 or

Cheekwood is hosting Dressing Downton: Changing Fashion for

visit NashvilleSounds.com.

Changing Times, June 1 through September 10. The exhibition, pro-

JUNE 13

duced by Exhibits Development Group in collaboration with NBCUniversal International Television Production and Carnival Films/PBS

IRON MAIDEN

Masterpiece’s Downton Abbey®, will tour North America through

BRIDGESTONE ARENA

2017. For more information, visit Cheekwood.org.

The heavy metal pioneers will storm the Bridgestone Arena stage for a bombastic show with theatrics that are rivaled only by their deep catalog

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FRANKLIN ON THE FOURTH & FIREWORKS

VARIOUS DATES THROUGHOUT THE MONTH

DOWNTOWN FRANKLIN AND THE PARK AT HARLINSDALE FARM Franklin's annual Independence Day celebration features great music,

ASCEND AMPHITHEATER

quality crafts, tasty food, antique cars, and a large kids zone. The cele-

DOWNTOWN NASHVILLE

brations begin downtown at 10 a.m. and continue all day until 8 p.m. Fes-

Thursday 15: THIRD EYE BLIND and SILVERSUN PICKUPS; Friday

tivities conclude with a fireworks display at The Park at Harlinsdale Farm

23: BUCKINGHAMMcVIE and THE WALLFLOWERS; Saturday 24:

at approximately 9 p.m. More information is available at FranklinTN.gov.

THE MUSIC OF LED ZEPPELIN with THE NASHVILLE SYMPHONY; Tuesday 27: CHICAGO and THE DOOBIE BROTHERS. For ticket information and show times visit AscendAmphitheater.com.

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Realty Report Franklin Realty Report NEIGHBORHOOD

LIST PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/LIST

DOM

BDRMS

BATHS

Highland Gardens

$208,000

$215,000

103.37%

13

2

1

Riverview Park

$284,900

$265,000

93.02%

60

2

2

Franklin Green

$299,900

$312,500

104.20%

5

3

2/1

Fieldstone Farms

$359,900

$365,000

101.42%

25

3

2/1

McKays Mill

$360,000

$344,000

95.56%

0

4

2/1

Cool Springs East

$399,000

$399,000

100.00%

45

3

2/1

Tap Root Hills

$437,885

$437,934

100.01%

0

4

3/1

Tywater Crossing

$439,900

$420,000

95.48%

33

3

3

Creekstone Commons

$469,990

$469,990

100.00%

60

4

3/1

Rizer Point

$499,990

$499,990

100.00%

17

3

2/1

Riverbluff

$534,900

$534,900

100.00%

4

5

4

Garden Club

$549,900

$540,000

98.20%

62

4

3/1

WESTHAVEN

$559,900

$577,157

103.08%

17

3

3/1

Downtown Franklin

$599,000

$600,000

100.17%

42

3

2/1

Goose Creek Estates

$609,900

$609,900

100.00%

31

4

3

LADD PARK

$665,000

$665,000

100.00%

17

5

4/1

WESTHAVEN

$710,000

$710,825

100.12%

12

4

3/1

WESTHAVEN

$720,714

$723,184

100.34%

40

4

4/1

Berry Farms

$755,860

$759,015

100.42%

42

5

5/1

Westhaven

$900,725

$934,812

103.78%

7

5

5

Echo Estates

$999,000

$950,000

95.10%

45

4

3/1

$1,300,000

$1,225,000

94.23%

92

4

4/2

Brandon Park Downs

*CMLS Statistics from 10/1/16 to 10/31/16

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athers Day at my house begins around 6 a.m. with a gentle nudge and heartfelt

greeting from my adoring son, Sam: “Ed?” (That's right; we’re on a firstname basis.)

“Can I have the iPad?” And so begins a day that will be jampacked with tasks and chores designed to remind me just how appreciated I am.

In the morning my job is to take care of the cat, run a couple of errands, feed the family and clean the kitchen in time to prepare lunch. When that’s out of the way, I step outside to experience a sort of “groundhog moment.” If it’s unusually warm, I’m facing three hours of yard work. If it’s raining, I clean the garage.

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son” activities of the day (only because the tablet needs recharging). This could mean a visit to the neighborhood pool or a bike ride. But more often than not, it’s one-onone hoops in the driveway.

A typical game begins with Sam explaining the rules for 25 minutes, followed by five minutes of rigged competition where, if I make a shot, Sam can call a foul.

On Fathers Day I always have this naïve notion that I’m going to find a few minutes to tend to a few work-related emails, or get an hour to plunk on a guitar while mindlessly watching a game. The last time that happened, I was interrupted after 15 minutes for some crisis or another that could not wait, and that I certainly could not repair.

The best Fathers Day ever was the year I took care of the yard the day before and nothing in the house broke all weekend. Sam and I had a good time at the pool and I even got to have a cigar while grilling some prodigious steaks for dinner.

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